Vans Aura Snowboard Boots - Women's 2013

The Vans Aura Snowboard Boots continue to glow within the Vans line as a versatile, high-performance boot for the ladies looking for a true all-mountain boot. New for this season is the ClassicLite Outsole, providing a slimmer profile and reduced weight. Step into the Aura where the blend of style and performance shine.

TriFit-X Thermal Liner - This liner features a dual-density, heat-moldable core, and an asymmetrical X-Cage for nailed-in heel hold and a supportive fit.

X-Cage - The adjustable X-Cage works in harmony with the bone and ligament structures of the ankle to create an anatomically sound and supportive fit.

Closed seam, brushed fleece cuff

Open cell foam interior cushioning layer

Comfort Flex toe box

Low-volume sole

Lacing System

Vans Double Boa® Closure System - Two separate reels control two specific zones of closure. The tongue dial controls the upper area while the side-mounted dial adjusts the lower portion of the boot, offering greater freedom of flex and articulation.

Footbed

V3 Footbed - This footbed features a V-Tech high-rebound EVA foundation and an injection-molded multi-arch support shape. With dual-density metatarsal and heel impact relief pads, all-day comfort and performance are provided.

Airflow perforations

Anti-odor treated topsheet

Overmolded arch support cradle

Sole

ClassicLite Outsole - This is a one-piece, injection-molded EVA sole unit that delivers a feather-light feel. Incorporating Vans special recipe rubber in an oversized inverted waffle tread pattern, the result is increased grip and improved snow release.

Specs

Ability Level:Advanced-Expert

Advanced-Expert

Whether you charge the steepest lines, carve with race-like precision, hit the biggest jumps or halfpipes; advanced to expert level skis/snowboards are for the more aggressive rider. You will often find the addition of layers of metal, carbon, bamboo, or other stringers in these. These features work to make a stiffer ski/snowboard with more power and rebound.

Flex Rating:Medium

Medium

The amount a snowboard flexes varies significantly between boards. Snowboard flex ratings are not necessarily standardized across manufacturers, so the flex may vary from brand to brand. Many manufacturers will give a number rating ranging from 1-10, 1 being softest and 10 being stiffest. Here at evo we have standardized the manufacturers' number ratings to a feel rating ranging from soft to very stiff. Generally you will find flex ratings of 1-2 as soft, 3-5 as medium, 6-8 as stiff, and 9-10 as very stiff. Flex ratings and feel may ultimately vary from snowboard to snowboard.

I have tried on and used many boots over the past 20 years of riding. I bought these to use for a trip to Colorado. I have only used them for three days so far. I finally have no complaints about my boots. They are adjustable and warm and a great fit. Definitely the most comfortable boots I have owned. They seem to be well made, however, I will have to see how they hold up after I get them broken in.